GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The ML4668 single-chip 10BASE-FL transceiver is a low power, high output current, plug-compatible version of the industry standard ML4663. The ML4668 offers a standard IEEE 802.3 AU interface that allows it to be directly connected to industry standard manchester encoder/decoder chips or an AUI connector.

FEATURES

■ Single chip solution for 10BASE-FL internal or external Medium Attachment Units (MAUs)

■ Incorporates an AU interface

■ Highly stable data quantizer with 55dB input dynamic range

■ Input sensitivity as low as 2mVP-P

■ Up to 100mA maximum current driven fiber optic LED driver for accurate launch power

■ Single +5 volt supply

■ No crystal or clock required

■ Five network status LED outputs